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Topic: 1941 Rickenbacher NS100 on Craigslist |
Larry Carlson
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Posted 21 Jun 2016 8:14 am |
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Hello,
I found this on Craigslist this morning and it piqued my curiosity.
It is only about 40 minutes away and the temptation to go look at it is getting to me.
My problem is that I have absolutely no idea what something like this may be worth.
It has a couple of cosmetic issues which are fixable but I haven't talked to the owner as to how it plays.
In my limited experience I have found that most are priced up to twice what their real value is.
I am putting it up here just in case someone else might be interested in it or would have a clue as to it's value.
You folks have a good day...............
https://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/msd/5645435144.html
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I try to make music with it.
Sometimes it works.
Sometimes it doesn't.
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Last edited by Larry Carlson on 22 Jun 2016 5:54 pm; edited 2 times in total |
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Ken Pippus
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Langford, BC, Canada
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Posted 21 Jun 2016 8:57 am
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| That looks like a steel. Or steal. Or both. |
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Cartwright Thompson
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Posted 21 Jun 2016 9:01 am
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I'd guess that it is about a 1939. Not my favorite Ric, but a nice guitar nonetheles. The tuners are an easy fix, I don't see any other problems after a quick glance at the photos.
At the risk of incurring the wrath of the non-pedal price police, I think it is a good deal, probably a couple hundred under what the can sell for these days.. |
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Jon Light (deceased)
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Saugerties, NY
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Posted 21 Jun 2016 9:05 am
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| These are going from $800 -- $1200. When they go. Surprisingly tough sell. I agree, not my favorite steel. Hollow body with a distinct resonant sound. |
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Larry Carlson
From:
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Posted 21 Jun 2016 9:12 am
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Thanks for the replies.
I may just work up the courage to go look at it tomorrow.
I will email them and ask a few questions.
I have a feeling it is in a 2nd hand store.
Shelton is an older small town with a lot of smaller business.
Our son's wife's parents live there. It is a rather scenic area with a some beautiful inlets from the ocean.
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I have stuff.
I try to make music with it.
Sometimes it works.
Sometimes it doesn't.
But I keep on trying. |
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Jon Light (deceased)
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Saugerties, NY
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Posted 21 Jun 2016 9:18 am
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| Check the tuners for stripped gears. Otherwise, deteriorated plastic buttons are absolutely common and yes, a pretty easy fix with readily available replacements. |
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Larry Carlson
From:
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Posted 21 Jun 2016 11:00 am
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| Jon Light wrote: |
| Check the tuners for stripped gears. |
Yup......I am going tomorrow and will check those too.
In the picture the top left one looks a bit suspect at about 11 o'clock but pictures aren't that reliable especially with my old eyes.
The buttons are no big deal and the knobs on the pots aren't stock but after 70 years I am missing a few knobs myself.
My main concerns are what shape the body is in, do the pots work and of course the pickup.
I just got a response from them and they said it sounded very good but who knows.
It turns out they are a small mom and pop music store.
I showed my wife and she said it is pretty so..........well, there ya go... 
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I have stuff.
I try to make music with it.
Sometimes it works.
Sometimes it doesn't.
But I keep on trying. |
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Larry Carlson
From:
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Posted 21 Jun 2016 1:12 pm
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Ok folks, one last post here.
My wife kind of talked me in to going and at least looking at it.
So, I have one question. The shop owner said the volume pot will need cleaning although everything works and it sounds good.
How does that pot come out? Do I remove the pickup and work through the opening it leaves?
Seems a bit weird but it is the only solution I can see looking at the photos.
I have never held an old Rickenbacher in my sweaty ol' palms before..... 
Thanks again for the responses. They are appreciated.
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I have stuff.
I try to make music with it.
Sometimes it works.
Sometimes it doesn't.
But I keep on trying. |
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Lee Holliday
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United Kingdom
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Posted 21 Jun 2016 1:28 pm
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Pickup out then the pot will follow, you may have to unscrew the jack socket as well, when out use electrical cleaner and turn back & forth.
$500 is a good price if you can sneak a little off you will have done well.
Lee |
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Larry Carlson
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Posted 21 Jun 2016 1:39 pm
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Thanks Lee...............
I am a bit apprehensive about spending the money but I've always wanted an old Ric and this one at least looks good in the photos.
If it isn't beat up I will probably bring it home. I enjoy working on old guitars and making them whole again.
I am ecstatic with the old Electromuse I bought a few weeks ago.
It's all cleaned up, put back together and I love it.
I know..I'm a bit weird but harmless.
I would show you my herd of cigar box guitars I built but that's another story.... 
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I have stuff.
I try to make music with it.
Sometimes it works.
Sometimes it doesn't.
But I keep on trying. |
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Jon Light (deceased)
From:
Saugerties, NY
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Posted 21 Jun 2016 2:21 pm
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First, sometimes repeated back & forth action on the pot can be good enough to get rid of crackle. If not perfect, it might be good enough unless you intend to work the knob like a volume pedal.
Second, as I allude to in my earlier post---this does not sound like the bakelite Ric or like a fry pan. It has its own sound. You may love it, or it may disappoiont if those other guitars are your ear's benchmark. |
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Allen Hutchison
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Kilcoy, Qld, Australia
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Posted 21 Jun 2016 2:38 pm Great price
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I would kill to get it at that price!
You're lucky I'm not there, I'd run right over the top of you in their doorway!  |
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Ray Montee
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Portland, Oregon (deceased)
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Posted 21 Jun 2016 3:30 pm Well now.....................
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As the proud owner of more than twelve Ric Bakelites, I've never played one of these metal bodied guitars
For more info' on the TONE/Volume controls, I'd visit the Jerry Byrd Fan Club for specifics.
Looks like a well cared for instrument and should bring you whatever you investment might ultimately be.
Good Luck to you! ENJOY! |
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Larry Carlson
From:
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Posted 21 Jun 2016 3:45 pm
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| Jon Light wrote: |
Second, as I allude to in my earlier post---this does not sound like the bakelite Ric or like a fry pan. It has its own sound. You may love it, or it may disappoiont if those other guitars are your ear's benchmark. |
I have a feeling that it may have a touch of the sound my Electromuse puts out.
Just sort of a hint of reso.
I have never heard one but judging how it is made that would be my guess.
If that is accurate I will love it.
I know a lot of folks don't like the Electromuse sound but it really grabs me.
A little tweaking on my amp and I am in heaven.
Like I said.......just a bit weird.
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I have stuff.
I try to make music with it.
Sometimes it works.
Sometimes it doesn't.
But I keep on trying. |
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Larry Carlson
From:
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Posted 21 Jun 2016 3:47 pm Re: Great price
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| Allen Hutchison wrote: |
I would kill to get it at that price!
You're lucky I'm not there, I'd run right over the top of you in their doorway! |
Violence is not the answer...... 
Although I'm not really sure what the question was.
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I have stuff.
I try to make music with it.
Sometimes it works.
Sometimes it doesn't.
But I keep on trying. |
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Scott Thomas
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Posted 21 Jun 2016 8:11 pm
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I think those knobs are stock--one black, one white is normal, and they are of the right style for that year.
Assuming the pics are a fairly accurate representation, that is a great price on a Silver Hawaiian. I can't comment on the sound, but I've always thought they are so great looking. |
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Lee D Kaiser
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California, USA
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Posted 21 Jun 2016 8:46 pm
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| If you have a small amp and pedals that you regularly use, bring them with you. If you like the sound through them, you're good to go. I looked on eBay to see if one of these sold recently, but no. I see someone asking $1000 for one that does not seem to be in as good shape. |
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